ODST/UA personal protective equipment
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Close quarters combat[1] |
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Demolitions equipment[2] |
The ODST/UA personal protective equipment (PPE), also referred to as the "close quarters" variant,[1] is a variant of the venerable ODST armor.[2]
Design details[edit]
- Main article: ODST armor
As a variant of the standard armor worn by the Orbital Drop Shock Troopers, the UA/PPE variant shares many similarities. This version of the battle armor is specifically designed to aid an ODST in CQB-type combat conditions. The standard left pauldron is replaced with a longer two-piece ballistic plate, which aids in protecting the trooper's upper body while in a firing stance, and also to reduce severe injury from plasma-based weaponry. The helmet is also issued with an optics device that aids the user in relaying images and video to teammates or command.
Operational history[edit]
During the Battle of Mombasa in 2552, ODST Michael Crespo donned close quarters ODST armor outfitted with additional demolitions gear in what was expected to be a boarding action on the CAS-class assault carrier Solemn Penance.[3]
Gallery[edit]
Concept art for Mickey donning UA/PPE armor.
Right side view of Mickey in his armor.
Close up of Mickey's UA/PPE.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo 3: ODST (First appearance)
Sources[edit]
- ^ a b Halo Encyclopedia - p.56-57 - 2009 edition
- ^ a b Halo: The Essential Visual Guide - p.123
- ^ Halo 3: ODST
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